Graves

December 06, 2001

Douglas R. Graves, beloved husband of Helen Bea Graves, nee McCleary; dear brother of Frances (the late Howard) McCreery; fond uncle of many cousins. A native of Denver, Colorado, after World War II, Chicago was established as home where he worked in art studios as an illustrator. He studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago. He wanted especially to study portrait painting with the late William Mosby and Allen St. John. After graduating, besides doing portraits, he was in demand for his painting and editorial illustrations. Mr. Graves wrote and illustrated four art instruction books which were published. Memorial Service will be held Monday, Dec. 10, 2:30 p.m. at the Union Church of Hinsdale, Third and Garfield Sts., Hinsdale. Arrangements by The Elliston Funeral Home, Hinsdale. 630-323-0275.